US Bridges

K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY

Good

Linn County, Kansas · N JCT K-52 & US-69 · Structure no. 999905200540591

Built
2007
18 years old
Condition
Good
inspected February 2024
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete Continuous
Length
318 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
1,200
2023 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY is a prestressed concrete continuous stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY in Linn County, Kansas. It was built in 2007, so it is 18 years old, younger than the Kansas average of 52.8 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in good condition with a lowest component rating of 7 out of 9. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

It carries about 1,200 vehicles a day, roughly 12% of them trucks, projected to reach 1,854 by 2044. The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long and 42 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.2 mi (2 km).

CarriesK-52 HWY
CrossesUS-69 HWY
LocationN JCT K-52 & US-69
RouteState Highway 52
StateKansas
Coordinates38.2625, -94.67222
Functional classRural Minor Arterial

Condition and inspection

Good

All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck7 GoodSome minor problems.
Superstructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Substructure8 Very GoodNo problems noted.
Last inspectionFebruary 2024
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourBridge not over waterway
Structural evaluation7: Better than present minimum criteria
Deck geometry7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment4: Meets minimum tolerable limits to be left in place as is
Operating rating59 US tons
Inventory rating34.3 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete Continuous
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadHS 20
Structure length318 ft (96.9 m)
Longest span91 ft (27.8 m)
Deck width42 ft (12.8 m)
Roadway width40 ft (12.2 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic1,200 (2023)
Projected traffic1,854 by 2044
Trucks12%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway
CrossesHighway
Detour if closed1.2 mi (2 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedNone recorded
Estimated improvement cost—
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY built?

It was built in 2007, making it 18 years old in 2025.

What condition is K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in good condition. All primary components (deck, superstructure, substructure, or culvert) are rated 7 or higher. No significant problems were noted. The last reported inspection was in February 2024.

How much traffic does K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY carry?

About 1,200 vehicles per day (2023 count), of which roughly 12% are trucks.

How long is K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY?

The structure is 318 ft (96.9 m) long with a longest span of 91 ft (27.8 m) and a deck 42 ft wide.

Who owns K-52 HWY over US-69 HWY?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.